Needs Improvement
#1723 of 1,823 schools in IN
Central Elementary School
Elementary School · Portage Township Schools
2825 Russell St, Portage, IN 46368
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,723 of 1,823
In Portage
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
Portage Township Schools
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Central Elementary School
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About Central Elementary School
Central Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portage, IN, part of Portage Township Schools. Central Elementary School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,723 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Central Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- IN avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Central Elementary School — Students at Central Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Central Elementary School Compares
See how Central Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2825 Russell St, Portage, IN 46368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Hobart), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ethel R Jones Elementary School (rated 4.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portage, see our Portage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wallace Aylesworth Elementary Portage | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE Portage | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Willowcreek Middle School Portage | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| George L Myers Elementary School Portage | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| William Fegely Middle School Portage | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Rowena Kyle Elementary School Portage | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Crisman Elementary School Portage | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Portage High School Portage | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Neighbors' New Vistas High School Portage | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Virgil I Bailey Elementary School Lake Station | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Ethel R Jones Elementary School Portage | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| EMMANUEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Valparaiso | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| South Haven Elementary School Valparaiso | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Thomas A Edison Jr-Sr HS Lake Station | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Liberty Elementary School Hobart | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Paul Saylor Elementary School Valparaiso | 3.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Charter School of the Dunes Gary | 3.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Hobart High School Hobart | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Gary Middle School Gary | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| John I Meister Elementary School Hobart | 3.6 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,638
Median Home Value
$213,500
Median Rent
$1,140/mo
Population
40,237
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frazee Elementary School Connersville, IN | 3.3 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Muncie, IN | 3.3 |
| Mary Raber Elementary School Columbia City, IN | 3.3 |
| Sunny Heights Elementary School Indianapolis, IN | 3.3 |
| Wallace Aylesworth Elementary Portage, IN | 3.3 |
| William Penn School 49 Indianapolis, IN | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Elementary School
What grades does Central Elementary School serve?
Central Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Elementary School rank in IN?
Central Elementary School ranks #1,723 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Central Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Central Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Central Elementary School a charter school?
No, Central Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Central Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Porter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (219) 763-8015
Resources & Links
District
Portage Township Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,588
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,458
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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